2021 COMMITMENTS AND PERFORMANCE 2021 Commitments
Results/Initiatives
Set long-term energy performance targets
The Trust is pleased to announce its reduction in both energy and water consumption targets, whereby the Trust aims to reduce both its energy and water consumption by 15% by 2030 (using 2019 as its baseline).
Complete Greenhouse Gas (“GHG”) intensity analysis
In 2021, a GHG intensity analysis was completed, which identified those properties which have higher GHG emissions on a per square foot basis. In addition, all properties are benchmarked for GHG emissions. Various Resident Member engagement initiatives were completed across the portfolio throughout the calendar year. Examples include, but are not limited to:
Environment Provide Resident Member education on water conservation and waste behaviors
(1) a Resident Member Sustainability Contest, where Resident Members provided suggestions on sustainability improvements and the winning ideas will be implemented; (2) updated signage explaining the difference between waste, recycling and composting; and (3) a cold water washing campaign which included explaining the environmental benefits of cold water washing.
Conduct waste audits at select sites
During 2021, waste audits were completed at select sites to help Boardwalk better understand its waste composition. In addition, the Trust entered into partnership with CheckSammy, a sustainability company which provides collection bins for all household recyclable and reusable goods.
L'Astre Quebec City, QC
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